Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace vs Nissan X-Trail
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
Current, upcoming and historical vehicles can be compared side by side. Historical records keep their verified specifications, while price labels show last-listed context rather than current new-car availability.
Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace
Nissan X-Trail
At a Glance — Who Wins What
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
| Spec | Tiguan Allspace | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | 162 kW | 135 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 350 Nm | 244 Nm @ 3600 rpm |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2488 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | 12.5 km/l | 12.8 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | 198 mm | 211 mm |
| Boot / Load Bay | 230 l | 485 l |
| Airbags | 7 | Driver, passenger, curtain, front side and front far-side airbags |
| Kerb Weight | 1640 kg | 1666 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Warranty | 3 Years / 120,000 km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
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Archived vehicles remain available for comparison. Verified specs stay visible; historical fields that were not source-confirmed are marked Not confirmed instead of being guessed.
The Bottom Line
Tiguan Allspace and X-Trail are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Where They Actually Differ
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Tiguan Allspace
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Lower published practicality figures
X-Trail
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger published practicality figures
- Less powerful engine setup
- Fewer listed safety features
Which One's Right for You?
Tiguan Allspace
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
X-Trail
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.
| Spec | Tiguan Allspace | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2017 | 2001 |
| Generation | Second generation Tiguan Allspace (AD/AN) on MQB platform | T33 fourth-generation Nissan X-Trail for South Africa |
| Facelift History | Mid-cycle facelift in 2021 with IQ.Drive safety tech and updated infotainment | Current South African T33 X-Trail specification from Nissan official page and September 2025 brochure |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2021 | 2023 |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1640 kg | 1666 kg |
| Body Style | Not confirmed | SUV |
| Color Note | Not confirmed | White, Silver, Black, Grey, Blue |
| Dealer Stock Note | Not confirmed | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Drivetrain Note | Not confirmed | Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.5 Acenta Plus 4WD CVT 7-seat |
| Model Year | Not confirmed | 2026 |
| Production Status | Not confirmed | published |
| Segment | Not confirmed | Family SUV |
| Vehicle Type | Not confirmed | SUV |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not confirmed | Current |
| Spec | Tiguan Allspace | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4703 mm | 4680 mm |
| Width | 1839 mm | 1840 mm |
| Height | 1674 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2790 mm | 2705 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 198 mm | 211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 l | 55 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 230 l | 485 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1640 kg | 1666 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 2220 kg | 2295 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 2000 kg | 2000 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.5 m | 11.1 m |
| Doors | Not confirmed | 5 doors |
| Front Legroom | Not confirmed | 1095 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not confirmed | 892 mm |
| Front Headroom | Not confirmed | 1050 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not confirmed | 1000 mm |
| Spec | Tiguan Allspace | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2-litre Turbocharged Petrol | 2.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1984 cc | 2488 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 162 kW | 135 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 350 Nm | 244 Nm @ 3600 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission | 7-Speed DCT | CVT |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h | 195 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.5 sec | 10.4 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Eco, Normal, Sport plus terrain modes |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 98.8 kW/tonne | 81 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 213.4 Nm/tonne | 146.5 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Tiguan Allspace | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DSG | Xtronic CVT |
| Drivetrain Layout | 4MOTION | Intelligent 4x4 |
| LSD Available | No | Standard |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Intelligent 4x4 direct-coupling system |
| Paddle Shifters | Standard | Standard |
| Transmission Type | 7-Speed DSG | CVT |
| Gearbox Type | 7-Speed DSG | Xtronic CVT |
| 4WD Engagement | Not confirmed | Automatic Intelligent 4x4 |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not confirmed | Standard |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not confirmed | Drive and terrain mode selector |
| Axle Layout | Not confirmed | 4WD |
| Drive Mode Selector | Not confirmed | 4WD/off-road drive mode support |
| Drivetrain | Not confirmed | Intelligent 4x4 |
| Gear Shift Type | Not confirmed | CVT |
| Low Range | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Low Range Ratio | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Front Differential Lock | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Clutch Type | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Differential Type Front | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Engine Position | Not confirmed | - |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | Not confirmed | - |
| Spec | Tiguan Allspace | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 12.5 km/l | 12.8 km/l |
| City Mileage | 10.8 km/l | 11.1 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 14.8 km/l | 15.7 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 l | 55 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6 | - |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 57 | 55 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Charging Port Type | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Combined Driving Range | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | 12.5 km/l | 12.8 km/l |
| Low Fuel Warning | Not confirmed | - |
| Spec | Tiguan Allspace | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 7 | Driver, passenger, curtain, front side and front far-side airbags |
| ABS | Standard | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Standard | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Standard | Standard |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Alarm System | Standard | Vehicle security system |
| Central Locking | Standard | Standard |
| Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| TCS | Standard | Standard |
| Driver Airbag | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Side Airbags | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Curtain Airbags | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Knee Airbag | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| EBD | Not confirmed | Standard |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Standard |
| BA | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Hill Hold | Standard | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Not confirmed | Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not confirmed | Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not confirmed | Standard |
| AEB | Standard | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Far Side Airbag | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Not confirmed | Vehicle security system |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | Driver, passenger, front side, curtain and front far-side airbags |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | Driver, passenger, front side, curtain and front far-side airbags |
| ESC With Traction Control | Not confirmed | Vehicle Dynamic Control with Traction Control System |
| Fatigue Detection | Not confirmed | Intelligent Driver Alert |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Speed Alert System | Not confirmed | Speed limiter |
| Lane Change Warning | Not confirmed | Blind Spot Warning and Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention |
| Side Impact Beams | Not confirmed | - |
| Whiplash Protection | Not confirmed | - |
| Safety Rating | Not confirmed | - |
| Spec | Tiguan Allspace | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Standard | Intelligent Cruise Control |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | Intelligent Cruise Control |
| Lane Keep Assist | Standard | Intelligent Lane Intervention |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | Front and rear parking sensors |
| Rear View Camera | Standard | Standard |
| 360 Degree Camera | Standard | Standard |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Standard | Standard |
| Auto Wipers | Standard | Standard |
| Around View Monitor | Standard | Standard |
| EV Mode | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Surround View Camera | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | Intelligent Cruise Control |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard | Intelligent Lane Intervention |
| Blind Spot Warning | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Reverse Camera | Standard | Standard |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Auto Highbeam | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Park Assist | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Blind Spot Intervention | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Auto Lights | Not confirmed | Automatic headlights |
| Eco Mode | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Emergency Braking | Not confirmed | Intelligent Emergency Braking with junction assist and pedestrian/cyclist detection |
| Front Camera | Not confirmed | Around View Monitor camera system |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Not confirmed | Front and rear parking sensors |
| Parking Sensor | Not confirmed | Front and rear parking sensors |
| Pre-Collision System | Not confirmed | Intelligent Forward Collision Warning and Emergency Braking |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Reverse Camera Type | Not confirmed | Rear parking camera |
| Reversing Camera | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Sport Mode | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Spec | Tiguan Allspace | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Vienna Leather | Leather-accented |
| Seat Adjustment | Electric 12-Way | Power driver seat with manual passenger seat |
| Heated Seats | Standard | Standard |
| Ventilated Seats | Standard | Not Applicable |
| Steering Type | Electric | Dual pinion electric power steering |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and telescopic |
| Ambient Lighting | Standard | Not Applicable |
| Folding Rear Seats | Standard | 40:20:40 sliding/reclining second row and 50:50 third-row dive-down seats |
| Front Armrest | Standard | Centre armrest |
| Fabric Seats | Not confirmed | Quilted premium leather |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Not confirmed | 12.3-inch full TFT digital meter |
| Interior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 5 |
| Interior Colours | Not confirmed | 5 |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Not confirmed | Spacious cabin, touchscreen infotainment, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, flexible seating layout |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Not confirmed | Quilted premium leather |
| Massage Seats | Not confirmed | Driver and passenger seat massage functionality |
| Seat Trim | Not confirmed | Leather-accented / synthetic leather |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | 1451 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | 1422 mm |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Not confirmed | Power slide, reclining, lifter, tilt and 2-way lumbar |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Not confirmed | Manual slide and reclining |
| Steering Wheel Material | Not confirmed | Leather-accented |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not confirmed | 40/20/40 split-fold second row |
| Heated Front Seats | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Third Row Seats | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Down | Not confirmed | 651 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | Not confirmed | 2-way power driver lumbar |
| Rear Armrest | Not confirmed | Second-row centre armrest |
| Second Row Seat Configuration | Not confirmed | 40/20/40 split second row with manual slide, manual recline, single folding and armrest through to third row |
| Third Row Seat Configuration | Not confirmed | 50/50 split third row with manual reclining and dive-down folding |
| Third Row Seating Capacity | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Cup Holders | Not confirmed | 6 |
| Rear AC Vents | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Not confirmed | 8-way power driver seat with 2-way power lumbar |
| Adjustable Front Seat | Not confirmed | Manual slide and reclining passenger seat |
| Armrest Front | Not confirmed | Centre armrest |
| Armrest Rear | Not confirmed | Rear centre armrest |
| Cooled Seats | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Driver Seat | Not confirmed | 8-way power driver seat with 2-way power lumbar |
| Interior Trim Colour | Not confirmed | Black |
| Leather Seats | Not confirmed | Leather-accented / synthetic leather |
| Door Map Pockets | Not confirmed | Front seat back pockets |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | Not confirmed | Power reclining |
| Seat Belt Warning | Not confirmed | Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder |
| Seat Fold Type | Not confirmed | 40/20/40 split second row and 50/50 dive-down third row |
| Rear USB Ports | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Memory Seats | Not confirmed | - |
| Front Headrest | Not confirmed | - |
| Rear Headrest | Not confirmed | - |
| Spec | Tiguan Allspace | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | 3-Zone Auto AC | Dual-zone automatic temperature control |
| Power Windows | All Doors | Front and rear power windows |
| Keyless Entry | Standard | Smart keyless entry with hands-free walk-away lock and approach unlock |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Standard |
| Wireless Charging | Standard | Standard |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Standard | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | Standard | Standard |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Standard | Standard |
| AC Type | 3-Zone Auto AC | Dual-zone automatic temperature control |
| Engine Start Stop | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 8.2 | 7.8 |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Standard |
| Spare Wheel | Compact | Temporary spare wheel |
| Stabilizer Bar | Front and Rear | Front and rear stabiliser bars |
| Air Conditioning | 3-Zone Auto AC | Dual-zone automatic temperature control |
| Sound System | 8 | 6 |
| Unlocking | Standard | Smart keyless entry with hands-free walk-away lock and approach unlock |
| Wireless Charger | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Canopy Fitment | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | Not confirmed | 12.3-inch |
| Heads Up Display | Not confirmed | 10.8-inch head-up display |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Load Bed Cover | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| One Pedal Driving | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Performance Data Logger | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Propilot | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rev Matching | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Seat Type | Not confirmed | Quilted premium leather |
| Skid Plates | Not confirmed | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Source Model Column | Not confirmed | x-trail |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Surround View Monitor | Standard | Standard |
| Tailgate Damper | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Trailer Stability Assist | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Trailer Sway Control | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Trim Level | Not confirmed | top |
| Variant Role | Not confirmed | Off-road or adventure derivative |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Walk Away Lock | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Load Bed Length | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not confirmed | 1298 l |
| Rim Size | Not confirmed | 19 |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | Not confirmed | Auto dimming mirror |
| Electric Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Not confirmed | Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors |
| Heated Mirrors | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Power Mirrors | Not confirmed | Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors |
| Rear Defogger | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear Privacy Windows | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Drag Coefficient | Not confirmed | 0.33 |
| Roof Load | Not confirmed | 100 kg |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not confirmed | 1298 l |
| Rear Air Conditioning | Not confirmed | Second-row air vents |
| Rear Window Defroster | Not confirmed | Standard |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Not confirmed | 12V outlet in instrument panel and cargo area |
| Tail Lamps | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Vdc | Not confirmed | Standard |
| TPMS | Standard | Standard |
| Speed Limiter | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Driver Alertness | Not confirmed | Intelligent Driver Alert |
| Tie Down Hooks | Not confirmed | 4 cargo tie-down hooks |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | Not confirmed | Auto dimming mirror |
| Bottle Holders | Not confirmed | Front 2 / second row 2 / third row 2 cupholders |
| Centre Console | Not confirmed | Butterfly opening centre console |
| Climate Zones | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Common Rail Injection | Not confirmed | Direct injection |
| Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Difflock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Driver Display | Not confirmed | Full TFT meter with speed, tachometer and gauges |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | Not confirmed | Power adjustable, folding and heated exterior mirrors |
| Front Armrest | Not confirmed | Butterfly opening centre console |
| Front Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Power Outlet | Not confirmed | 12V instrument panel outlet |
| Front Wiper | Not confirmed | Variable intermittent, speed-sensitive wipers |
| Front Wipers Type | Not confirmed | Washer nozzle with variable intermittent, speed-sensitive wipers |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Not confirmed | Capless fuel filler door |
| Hill Start Assist | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Manual Aircon | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Mirror | Not confirmed | Electric folding heated mirrors |
| Multi Function Steering | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Passive Entry Start | Not confirmed | Smart keyless entry with push-button start |
| Power Socket 12v | Not confirmed | Instrument panel and cargo area 12V outlets |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | Not confirmed | LED tail lights |
| Rear Seat Split | Not confirmed | 40/20/40 second row and 50/50 third row |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | Not confirmed | Auto dimming mirror |
| Remote Side Mirror | Not confirmed | Power adjustable, folding and heated exterior mirrors |
| Ride Mode Selection | Not confirmed | Eco / Normal / Sport |
| Sonar | Not confirmed | Parking distance sensors |
| Speed Alert System | Not confirmed | Speed limiter |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Not confirmed | Tilt and telescopic |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Not confirmed | Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls |
| Tachometer | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Telescopic Steering | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Tilt Steering | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Not confirmed | Full TFT meter with gauges |
| Tyre Repair Kit | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Vanity Mirror | Not confirmed | Illuminated vanity mirrors |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Voice Command | Not confirmed | Voice recognition |
| Voice Command Support | Not confirmed | Voice recognition |
| Accelerator 0 100 | Not confirmed | 10.4 sec |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Not confirmed | Silver roof rails / 100 kg maximum roof load |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Not confirmed | - |
| Engine Check Warning | Not confirmed | - |
| Steering Response | Not confirmed | - |
| Side Steps | Not confirmed | - |
| Glovebox Cooling | Not confirmed | - |
| Headrest Adjustable | Not confirmed | - |
| Rear Reading Lamps | Not confirmed | - |
| Remote Engine Start | Not confirmed | - |
| Remote Start | Not confirmed | - |
| Door Ajar Warning | Not confirmed | - |
| Boot Opener | Not confirmed | - |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Not confirmed | - |
| Headlamp Washer | Not confirmed | - |
| Roof Antenna | Not confirmed | - |
| Rear Wing | Not confirmed | - |
| Aero Kit | Not confirmed | - |
| Chrome Grille | Not confirmed | - |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | Not confirmed | - |
| Powered Tailgate | Not confirmed | - |
| Service Reminder | Not confirmed | - |
| Glove Box | Not confirmed | - |
| Lift Gate | Not confirmed | - |
| Sub Frame | Not confirmed | - |
| Reading Lights Rear | Not confirmed | - |
| Side Impact Bars | Not confirmed | - |
| Power Sliding Doors | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Intercooler | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Not confirmed | - |
| Spec | Tiguan Allspace | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 9.2-inch Touchscreen | 12.3-inch NissanConnect display with navigation |
| Apple CarPlay | Standard | Standard |
| Android Auto | Standard | Standard |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 8 | 6 |
| Navigation System | Standard | Satellite navigation |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Standard | 12.3-inch full TFT digital meter |
| USB Ports | 2 | 4 |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Standard | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | Standard | Standard |
| Audio Speakers | 8 | 6 |
| Audio System | Not confirmed | 6 speaker audio system |
| Connected Services | Not confirmed | NissanConnect smartphone integration |
| Display Audio | Not confirmed | 12.3-inch |
| Head Up Display | Not confirmed | 10.8 inch Head-Up Display |
| Infotainment Display | Not confirmed | 12.3-inch |
| Infotainment Screen | Not confirmed | 12.3-inch touchscreen display |
| Multi Information Display | Not confirmed | 12.3-inch |
| Infotainment Screen Size | Not confirmed | 12.3-inch touchscreen display |
| Touchscreen | Not confirmed | 12.3-inch touchscreen display |
| Voice Recognition | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Radio | Not confirmed | AM/FM radio and DAB+ digital radio |
| FM Radio | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear Usb | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | Not confirmed | Front USB-A/USB-C and second-row USB-A/USB-C |
| Audio | Not confirmed | AM/FM, DAB+, Bluetooth audio streaming |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Not confirmed | Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Not confirmed | Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not confirmed | Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls |
| Voice Control | Not confirmed | Voice recognition |
| AUX Input | Not confirmed | - |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Not confirmed | - |
| Premium Audio | Not confirmed | Bose sound system with 10 speakers |
| Spec | Tiguan Allspace | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Standard | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Standard | Standard |
| Fog Lamps | Standard | Standard |
| Roof Rails | Standard | Silver roof rails |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Standard | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | Standard | - |
| Rear Spoiler | Not Available | - |
| DRL | Standard | Standard |
| Led Headlights | Standard | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard |
| Front Fog Lamps | Standard | Standard |
| Headlamps | Standard | Standard |
| Headlight Type | Standard | Standard |
| Headlights | Standard | Standard |
| Active Exhaust | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Body Type | Not confirmed | SUV |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not confirmed | Two-tone colours available on Acenta Plus, plus monotone palette |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 5 |
| Load Bed Liner | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Overhang | Not confirmed | 935 mm |
| Front Overhang Mm | Not confirmed | 935 mm |
| Rear Overhang | Not confirmed | 1040 mm |
| Rear Overhang Mm | Not confirmed | 1040 mm |
| Front Fog Lights | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Not confirmed | Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Exterior Mirror Heated | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Fog Lights | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Led Taillights | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | Not confirmed | Body colour |
| Body Cladding | Not confirmed | Black side moulding |
| Auto Headlights | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Not confirmed | Body colour |
| Wing Mirror Type | Not confirmed | Electric folding heated mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Roof Type | Not confirmed | Two-tone body colour |
| Rear Fog Lights | Not confirmed | - |
| Headlamp Levelling | Not confirmed | - |
| Rear Spoiler | Not confirmed | - |
| Spec | Tiguan Allspace | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 235/45 R20 | 235/55 R19 |
| Wheel Type | Standard | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Compact | Temporary spare wheel |
| Brake Type Front | Disc | Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | Disc | Disc |
| Spare Tyre | Compact | Temporary spare wheel |
| Wheels | Standard | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Wheel Material | Standard | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Wheel Rim Size | Not confirmed | 19 |
| Handbrake Type | Not confirmed | Electric parking brake with auto hold |
| Wheel Diameter | Not confirmed | 19 |
| Towing Unbraked Kg | Not confirmed | 750 kg |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Brakes | Not confirmed | Front and rear disc brakes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Standard | Standard |
| Electric Park Brake | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Parking Brake Type | Not confirmed | Electric parking brake with auto hold |
| Auto Brake Hold | Not confirmed | Electronic parking brake with auto hold |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Front Tyre Width | Not confirmed | 235 mm |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Not confirmed | Brake Assist System |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Not confirmed | Leather-accented |
| Rear Tyre Width | Not confirmed | 235 mm |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Not confirmed | Leather-accented |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | 235/55 R19 |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | Not confirmed | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | Not confirmed | - |
| Tyre Load Index | Not confirmed | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | Not confirmed | - |
| Cornering Brake Control | Not confirmed | - |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | Temporary steel spare wheel |
| Tyre Type | Not confirmed | Radial |
| Spec | Tiguan Allspace | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Independent front strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Independent multi-link rear suspension |
| Power Steering | Electric | Dual pinion electric power steering |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut | Independent front strut |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-Link | Independent multi-link rear suspension |
| MagneRide Damping | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Track Width | Not confirmed | 1585 mm |
| Rear Track Width | Not confirmed | 1590 mm |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear Axle Type | Not confirmed | Multi-link rear suspension |
| Steering Column | Not confirmed | Tilt and telescopic |
| Suspension | Not confirmed | Independent front strut / multi-link rear |
| Chassis Type | Not confirmed | - |
| Front Spring Type | Not confirmed | - |
| Rear Spring Type | Not confirmed | - |
| Shock Absorber Type | Not confirmed | - |
| Shock Absorbers | Not confirmed | - |
| Chassis Material | Not confirmed | - |
| Spec | Tiguan Allspace | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 3 Years / 120,000 km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 3 Years / 120,000 km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Basic Warranty | 3 Years / 120,000 km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty | 3 Years / 120,000 km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Roadside Assistance | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | Not confirmed | - |
| Spec | Tiguan Allspace | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 188 g/km | 183 g/km |
| Hybrid System Type | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Particulate Filter | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Not confirmed | Petrol |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | Not confirmed | 183 |
| Variable Valve Timing | Not confirmed | - |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Not confirmed | - |
| Idle CO2 Output | Not confirmed | - |
| Green NCAP Rating | Not confirmed | - |
| Start Stop System | Not confirmed | - |
| Euro Emission Standard | Not confirmed | - |
| Noise Level | Not confirmed | - |
| Spec | Tiguan Allspace | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan Duration | 3 Years / 45,000 km | Not Available |
| Service Plan Distance | 3 Years / 45,000 km | Not Available |
| Service Plan | 3 Years / 45,000 km | Not Available |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | Not confirmed | 15 000 km |
| Service Interval | Not confirmed | 15 000 km |
| Service Intervals | Not confirmed | 15 000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Engine Oil Capacity | Not confirmed | - |
| Alternator | Not confirmed | - |
| First Service At | Not confirmed | - |
| Approx Service Cost | Not confirmed | - |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Not confirmed | - |
| Battery Warranty | Not confirmed | - |
| Spec | Tiguan Allspace | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 10.5 l/100km | - |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 13 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 8 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 9 l/100km | - |
| Owner Review Count | 5 | - |
| Spec | Tiguan Allspace | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Ground Clearance Max | 198 mm | 210 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 198 mm | 210 mm |
| 4WD System Type | Not confirmed | Intelligent 4x4 |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not confirmed | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not confirmed | Mud |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not confirmed | Sand |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not confirmed | Snow |
| Terrain Modes | Not confirmed | Mud / Snow / Sand |
| Underbody Protection | Not confirmed | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Locking Differential | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Approach Angle | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Departure Angle | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Breakover Angle | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Wading Depth | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Crawl Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Recovery Hooks | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | Not confirmed | Mud / Snow / Sand terrain modes |
| Underbody Camera | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not confirmed | Eco / Normal / Sport drive modes |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Approach Angle Deg | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Departure Angle Deg | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Spec | Tiguan Allspace | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Not confirmed | Seven-seat family SUV flagship grade |
| Price Zar | Not confirmed | 812900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Not confirmed | Top 4WD seven-seat Xtronic CVT grade |
| Starting Price | Not confirmed | 812900 |
| Starting Price Zar | Not confirmed | 812900 |
Source-backed Catalogue Index
A transparent specification index shown only when every vehicle clears the minimum comparable-data threshold.
Tiguan Allspace leads by 3 points
Tiguan Allspace and X-Trail are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
X-Trail
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this score View full breakdown
Tiguan Allspace
X-Trail
How to Read This Comparison
In Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index, Tiguan Allspace leads. However, X-Trail may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Questions Buyers Usually Ask
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
Hagalu does not publish a guaranteed resale winner. Depreciation depends on age, mileage, condition, derivative, colour, supply and demand. Compare several current used-market listings and obtain trade-in valuations for equivalent examples before relying on a resale estimate.
Check the exact derivatives for drive type, ground clearance, tyres, approach and departure angles, wading depth and low-range gearing where officially disclosed. SUV styling or all-wheel drive alone does not prove that a vehicle is suitable for demanding off-road use.
Calculate each exact derivative using your monthly distance and a current fuel or electricity price, then add finance, insurance, scheduled service, tyres and licence costs. Hagalu does not claim a fixed monthly saving without those buyer-specific inputs.
It is worth more only when the exact price difference buys equipment, space, performance or ownership cover that matters to you. Compare like-for-like lifecycle states and derivatives; a current offer and a historical last-listed price are not directly equivalent.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
This Tiguan Allspace and X-Trail comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Tiguan Allspace 75 vs X-Trail 56.
Efficiency index: Tiguan Allspace 49 vs X-Trail 50.
Safety-equipment index: Tiguan Allspace 98 vs X-Trail 94.
Practicality index: Tiguan Allspace 66 vs X-Trail 78.
Ownership-cover index: Tiguan Allspace not separately scored vs X-Trail not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.